Author: @travelmakerkai

I'm Kai a sharer of stories, experiences and self-development from my travels! This blog is my safe space to share ideas, highlight under-represented voices... And continuously create myself through travel. Thanks for joining my journey x TravelmakerKai

Surely it gets better?… My “ripped-off” travel experience

Ripped off and p***ed off… But in a way it’s payed-off because I always meet the most amazing people on my travels! And that’s PRICELESS!
Though I think I’ve learnt my lesson now, and the only time I’ll be giving away extra cuts of my tight student budget is when I choose to tip someone! No more getting ripped off (if I can help it)!

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I hate being ripped off – don’t we all? I probably wouldnt mind it if i was blissfully unaware! Depending on the amount, the scenario plays on repeat in my head until I eventually admit defeat… That could take anything from few hours to a few days!

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Good bye Sharm, Hello Cairo!

Two nights spent in Sharm El Sheikh - check! That's two days out of my 28 day trip done... I'm going according to plan, that's a good start! I knew when I booked my accommodation that I wouldn't want to stay much longer than two days. I'm not a resort sort of person and Sharm... Continue Reading →

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Arriving in Egypt

I'm in Africa! My experience last night after landing in Sharm el Sheikh, is the very reason why I shouldn't be doing things last minute when it comes to travel arrangements... Besides booking my accommodation literally lastmin.com, I completely forgot to book the bus transfer from the airport to the Hotel - Aida Better Life... Continue Reading →

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Discover Black Egypt

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Earlier this week I met up with Black Egyptians author, Segun Magbagbeola for an interview (I’ll be posting it up soon) about his book which reveals the African origins of Ancient Egypt.

I’m currently boarding an EasyJet plane to Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt. I’ll be writing about my experience as a black African woman in Egypt and observing any trances of African origins during my short stay. Stay posted for more, and you can also find me on Travel Making Kai.

Below is a painting by talented writer and painter Cezanne Poetess. I met at The Mella Centre on Sunday where I also came across one of her many beautiful paintings. This one stood out for me… Maybe because I too will begin my spiritual journey in Egypt…

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Christmas wonderland… Czech please!

Memories of a Christmas Wonderland… Czech it out!

 

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A few years ago when I went with my sister to Prague for our Christmas holiday, we lost ourselves in the sheer size and beauty of the Christmas markets and not to mention the marvel of the romantic city…

This year I can’t be in Europe to experience the novelty. But if it’s a warming cup of mulled wine, creative handcrafted gifts, smells to excite my senses, then thankfully I can find all those in London… But it’s not quite the same! I can’t help but to reminisce on my Christmas couchsurfing adventure with my sister two years ago…

You might be lucky enough to find some last-minute flights to Europe this Christmas, but it’s you’re short for time, or cash, checkout the Christmas Markets dotted across London… You can’t miss the one on South Bank!

Share your favourite Christmas markets in the comments! Thanks 🙂

Czech out our trip…

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A Day in a Life: Controlling the Skies of Singapore Airlines

I met Aron Minal during his visit to London in October. When he told me he was from Singapore I was intrigued! From what I’d heard of Singapore, it was pretty much a perfect modern city. Except I got a bigger picture after I learnt about the about the discrimination he, and other Malay-Singaporeans face while job-hunting. Thankfully he secured a good and stable career as a Flight controller last year.

Let Aron Minal transport you to Singapore, and join him at work at Singapore Airlines where he controls the skies!
Please check out my new student blog: The Educationally Frustrated Student. Enjoy and please comment.

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International friends!

*Aran Minal has a fascinating job! He’s a flight controller for one of the World’s best airlines – Singapore Airlines. Their national pledge is “… regardless of race, language or religion to build a democratic society.”

Despite the control he has of the skies, Aran l has no control of the inequality that sometimes takes place on the ground…

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iEat: Sweet like Modica

There’s delicious chocolate in Sicily… And I’m not talking about the dark skin beauties like myself 😉

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If you’ve ever been to Sicily, I’m guessing you have a sweet tooth, right?… Don’t pretend you can resist the temptation of a cannoli!

But if you’ve made your way to Modica let’s face it, you really do have a sweet tooth, because Modica is home to Antica Dolceria Bonajuto. I dare you to find better chocolate in Italy… and I don’t count! :p

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Modica’s oldest chocolate store is still standing strong for a good reason: they produce really good (and unique) chocolate. That plus the quirky vintage look of the store makes it must to visit.
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And you know, they know, we know (just to complicate things) that their chocolate is pretty darn good because they’ve laid out a whole range of samples for customers to try! Now that’s how to get my attention 😉

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It’s not just their chocolate that makes headlines for me, their…

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